Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
Lot 833 Lichen Road (Wattle Park)
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone
LEP: Melton Planning Scheme
Height Limit
11 metres (or 3 storeys)
Min Lot Size
300m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Tarneit is a growing outer western suburb with developing school infrastructure. Public catchment schools include newer primary options and Taylors Hill Secondary College. The area offers Catholic (Caroline Chisholm) and independent (Westbourne Grammar) alternatives within a few kilometres, making it suitable for families seeking choice across all sectors.
Likely public catchment
Properties in Tarneit are likely zoned for Tarneit Primary School (or Tarneit Rise Primary) and Taylors Hill Secondary College; however, catchment boundaries should be verified with the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) or via Find My School.
Nearby schools
Tarneit Primary School
In catchmentTarneit Rise Primary School
In catchmentWestbourne Grammar School
Taylors Hill Secondary College
In catchmentCaroline Chisholm Catholic Secondary College
St Albans Secondary College
Salesian College Sunbury
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
Lot 833 Lichen Road in Wattle Park, Tarneit is located in a developing residential area with relatively low traffic congestion. The property benefits from proximity to major arterial roads while remaining in a quieter pocket of the suburb.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning and evening peak hours may see moderate traffic increases on Point Cook Road and Leakes Road as commuters travel to/from the CBD and employment centres, but local streets remain relatively clear
Public Transport
Approximately 1.2km to nearest bus services (Tarneit area routes); no direct train station access - nearest is Tarneit Station approximately 3-4km away
Public Transport
No public transport stops found within 1.5km.
Flood Risk
Tarneit is a developing outer-western Melbourne suburb with generally low to moderate flood risk. While most of the area is not within major river flood overlays, localised LSIO areas exist primarily associated with drainage corridors and the Kororoit Creek catchment. Developers and property owners should verify specific site flood mapping through Melbourne Water and Brimbank City Council, as stormwater management and ground conditions vary across the suburb.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with Victoria's Land Subject to Inundation Overlay (LSIO) for identified flood-prone areas
- •Flood risk assessment and mitigation measures for developments in LSIO-affected properties
- •Stormwater management and detention basin requirements per Melbourne Water standards
- •Elevation and finished floor level requirements for new buildings in flood-affected locations
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Tarneit is a relatively new, rapidly expanding outer western suburb of Melbourne with predominantly low-density residential development and limited native vegetation. The area is classified as low bushfire risk due to its distance from significant bushland, urban growth corridor status, and managed landscape character. Properties are unlikely to fall within the Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) or require high BAL ratings, though some fringe properties should be verified against current BMO mapping.
Crime & Safety
Tarneit is a growing outer western Melbourne suburb with crime rates generally consistent with outer metropolitan areas. Property crimes including theft and break-and-enter represent the largest proportion of incidents. The suburb experiences typical developing area crime patterns with stable trends.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Tarneit is experiencing significant growth as a major residential expansion area in Melbourne's western suburbs, with intensive residential subdivision activity, town centre consolidation around the railway station, and substantial supporting infrastructure investment. Development is heavily focused on large-lot residential estates, medium-density infill near transport corridors, and education/community facilities to support a rapidly growing population. The suburb's growth is driven by proximity to rail transport, major arterial roads, and strategic position within Melbourne's growth boundary.
Tarneit Central Mixed-Use Precinct
0.5 kmMajor town centre development including retail, office, and residential components around the Tarneit train station and central business area.
Determination: 2025
Westside Boulevard Residential Estate
2 kmLarge-scale residential subdivision delivering 300+ lots across multiple precincts with staged infrastructure rollout.
Tarneit Primary School Expansion & New Primary School DA
1.5 kmEducation infrastructure supporting rapid residential growth with capacity expansion and new school facilities.
Metropolitan Arterial Road Upgrades (Dohertys Road/Palmers Road)
3 kmMajor road network improvements to support increased traffic from new residential precincts and town centre development.
Multi-storey Apartment Building - Tarneit Village
0.8 kmMedium-density residential apartment complex near transit nodes to support urban infill objectives.
Recreational Precinct Development (Parks & Sports Facilities)
2.5 kmCommunity facilities including sports reserves, playgrounds, and public open space supporting the growing population.
Heritage & Conservation
Tarneit is a modern outer-suburban growth area in Melbourne's west, developed primarily from the 2000s onwards with little pre-existing built heritage. The suburb lacks heritage overlays, conservation areas, or significant heritage listings, reflecting its contemporary planning and development character.